Tofu with Pork and Cashews

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Warm and spicy, this will really wake up your tastebuds! The tofu takes on the wonderful flavor of the sauce. Serve with stir-fried vegetables. Bon Appetit!

Submitted by motherof5
Published on August 24, 2005
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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 (16 ounce) package firm tofu, cut into 6 slices

  • ½ cup chicken broth

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce

  • 2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 2 boneless pork loin chops, cut into bite sized pieces

  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

  • 2 cups cooked brown rice

  • ⅓ cup chopped green onions

  • ⅓ cup cashews

Directions

  1. Place tofu slices on several layers of paper towels, cover with additional paper towels, and place a dinner plate on top. Let stand 30 minutes. Then cut tofu into 1/2 inch cubes.

  2. In a small bowl, whisk together broth, cornstarch, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and chili garlic sauce.

  3. Warm oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in pork, and cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in ginger and garlic. Then stir in tofu, and cook until golden, about 4 minutes.

  4. Stir in broth mixture, bring to a boil; simmer until mixture thickens, about 1 minute. Remove from heat. Serve over cooked rice garnished with green onions and cashews.

63 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

461 Calories
24g Fat
33g Carbs
30g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 461
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24g 30%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 51mg 17%
Sodium 761mg 33%
Total Carbohydrate 33g 12%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 30g 61%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 430mg 33%
Iron 8mg 45%
Potassium 617mg 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.